Senna Prescribing at LONGVIEW MEDICAL CENTRE
Laxatives | Gastro-Intestinal System
Items (12m)
171
Total Quantity
8,744
NHS Cost
£231
vs National Avg
-71.6%
LONGVIEW MEDICAL CENTRE prescribed 171 items of Senna over the last 12 months at a cost of £231 to the NHS. This is 71.6% below the national average prescribing rate. Senna is classified under Laxatives in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jun 2026
16
Jun 2026
15
Jun 2026
13
Jun 2026
16
Jun 2026
9
Jun 2026
15
Jun 2026
18
Jun 2026
14
Jun 2026
13
Jun 2026
15
Jun 2026
15
Jun 2026
12
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 171 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 8,744 |
| Total NHS Cost | £231 |
| Presentations | 2 different forms |
| vs National Average | -71.6% |
Senna Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 171 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 602 items |
| Difference | -71.6% vs national average |
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Data sourced from NHSBSA English Prescribing Dataset, CQC, and GP Patient Survey. Prescribing data does not indicate quality of care. Higher prescribing rates may reflect patient demographics. Always consult your GP for medical advice.